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From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
RECOGNIZING OFFICER BLAKE CRULL
The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from
Indiana (Mr. Pence) for 5 minutes.
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Sixth District hero
Greenfield Police Officer Blake Crull.
Officer Crull was on a routine patrol when he saw a flipped car on
fire. He sprang into action and ran toward the danger. With no regard
for his personal safety, Officer Crull saved a woman from the burning
car, which exploded mere moments later.
Brave acts such as Officer Crull's are the very reason I will always
back the blue and never defund the police. I thank Officer Crull for
his courageous and brave service to our community.
Fighting for Conservative Principles
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, as Indiana's Sixth District Representative,
it is my duty to fight for the conservative Hoosier principles on which
my constituents sent me to Washington.
My Republican colleagues and I are committed to the American people.
We will renew the American Dream. We achieve this by making sure
students can attend a great school, no matter their ZIP Code, by
honoring the service of our veterans with good healthcare and job
opportunities, and by supporting technical education.
We will restore our way of life. We achieve this by defeating COVID-
19, by defending our police and not defunding them, and by upholding
our constitutional rights.
We will rebuild the greatest economy our Nation has ever seen. We
achieve this by getting Americans back to work, by ending our
dependence on China, and by upgrading America's infrastructure.
Mr. Speaker, America is worth fighting for. This is our commitment to
America.
American Soybean Association Centennial
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the American
Soybean Association centennial celebration.
One hundred years ago, the American Soybean Association was started
in my home State of Indiana at Soyland Farms in Camden. Today, the
association advocates for our great soybean farmers while promoting the
growth of the U.S. soybean industry, a thriving Hoosier asset and
industry.
Congratulations to the association on its 100th year. As a supporter
of the ag industry, I wish them the best of luck in the next 100 years.
Recognizing Future of Work
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Future of Work
initiative in Muncie, Indiana, for its leadership in the 21st century
workforce development.
The Future of Work organization includes Innovation Connector, Ivy
Tech Community College, Ball State University, Purdue Polytechnic,
Muncie-Delaware County Economic Development, Muncie Community Schools,
Eastern Indiana Works, Ball Brothers Foundation, and East Central
Indiana Regional Partnership.
It is paving the way for students and jobseekers to prepare for
careers in technology, engineering, and manufacturing. I thank Future
of Work for helping young Americans develop skills to join the 21st
century workforce.
Supporting Second Amendment
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to give my proud support of the
Second Amendment.
The Constitution affords the right of the people to keep and bear
arms, and that shall not be infringed.
As a lifetime member of the NRA, I understand what it is like to have
your constitutional rights attacked. We take a look at the riots,
looting, and danger right here on our own front doorsteps, and we see
that the ability to protect our families and ourselves has never been
more important.
As the Representative from Indiana's Sixth District, I promise to
uphold the Constitution.
Applauding Trump Administration's Support of Farmers
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to applaud the Trump
administration's commitment to our great American farmers.
This week, the USDA announced $14 billion for agricultural producers
who continue to face market disruptions and associated costs due to
COVID-19.
President Trump made a promise to put American farmers first, and he
is doing just that. This commitment to farmers has helped the
hardworking Sixth District Hoosier farmers who have been impacted by
this pandemic. Our ag community feeds this Nation, and I applaud the
Trump administration's unwavering support.
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